After a long Ottawa winter cooped up indoors, there’s nothing quite like lacing up your shoes and hitting the trail again. The weather turns, the paths clear, and thousands of Ottawa residents do exactly the same thing: jump back into running.
And then, a few weeks in, the knee pain starts.
When most people think of Pilates, they picture slow movements, core work, and maybe something “gentle.” Usually, they are thinking of mat Pilates, but there is a whole other side: Reformer Pilates. Regardless of the method, pilates offers far more than flat abs or flexibility. From a physiotherapy perspective, Pilates is one of the most underrated tools for long-term movement health
Staying active doesn’t have to mean skipping the fun or squeezing in long gym sessions. A few simple, science-backed habits can keep your body moving well and your energy levels up all season long.
Here’s how you can keep your body happy through the holidays
If you are looking for carpal tunnel treatment in Ottawa, you are not alone — 3-6% of adults in the general population will experience carpal tunnel syndrome.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that occurs in the wrist causing pain, numbness and tingling. It happens when the median nerve, a nerve that runs through the wrist, becomes compressed. This is due to a narrowing of the passageway called the carpal tunnel.